The main goal of the initiative is to provide homeless
individuals and families access to comprehensive services.

Homelessness is a social and economic issue that affects everyone - children, families,
social service providers, government agencies, and society at large. The City of Clearwater
supports local social service providers who address the root causes of homelessness. In fact,
the city has contributed over $3.5M to such local organizations in the last five years. We have
initiated and maintain a comprehensive, holistic approach and have formed a Homeless Committee
that consists of directors and staff who frequently address the needs and impact of the
homeless population.

Facts:

According to the 2013 Annual Point-In-Time Count, there were 6,593 unsheltered homeless
individuals and families in Pinellas County. 2,495 were children (37.8%).

According to the FY 2012-2013 Annual Homeless Assessment Report to Congress for Pinellas
County, 10,047 homeless people were in shelters. 6,715 homeless individuals were in
emergency shelters, while families constituted 11.65% of the total population.

Since 2009, the number of homeless military veterans has dropped 17%, according
to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

There are over 7,000 chronically hungry children in Pinellas County.

Contact Information

To report an incident or illegal/suspicious behavior, please call
the non-emergency Police line, (727) 562-4242, option 1. If you see an emergency situation,
call 911.

Homeless individuals or families can call 211 to inquire about shelter
placement or other assistance. 211 Tampa Bay Cares,
www.211tampabay.org.

Supporting local social service providers is the best way to help and potentially offer a real life change
to someone in need. A donation of $100 can provide approximately one week of transitional housing with intensive
professional services for someone in need. The following organizations are some of our local partners in Clearwater: